As a German Montrealer, delicious food and cultural mixes have always been a part of my life: I live for time spent with people from all over the world, sharing experiences and discovering new culinary delights. After over 4 years in Berlin, I still can't live without maple syrup and have trouble coming to terms with the fact that good bagels are a rare commodity, but a regular delivery of other Canadian delicacies keeps me tied over until my next visit. I dance well but not often enough, while I sing badly but too much. I'm also an avid reader and movie watcher, and enjoy contemporary art, photography and advertising from the early 19th century.

I've travelled quite a bit, but am always adding new destinations to my list. When go somewhere, I tend to start off with a plan and then change it. I'm an independent traveller and relaxed host, who tends to adapt to her visitors: I'll give tips about where to go, where to eat and what to do or make myself scarce and let them discover everything themselves if that's what they prefer. I've slept in cars and in nice hotels, but prefer the comfort of smaller BnBs where I can learn about the region and people who live there first hand.

Sidenote: it would be great if you sent me an inquiry before a booking request! thanks! :)

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Reviews From Guests

Everything was great! The room was as described and as a bonus both Catherine and Fabian were super nice. The location is really good also if you are interested in going around Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg.

Catherine's place is airy and spacious. She and Fabian are great hosts who made me feel right at home - also felt that I had plenty of space to myself. The apartment faces an inner courtyard and was very quiet and cool during a hot spell.

Catherine was a lovely host and her apartment is very nice. It was very close to public transit and within walking distance of some nice areas. The room was very nice and clean. I recommend this listing if you are visiting Berlin.

Catherine & Fabian were great! Let me feel as it qas my home. They are very nice and intelligent so you can always find something in common to talk about, especially when you got a glass of whisky ;) location is very good if you are looking for restaurants and pubs/clubs and need only 1 U bhan to get to the center (alexanderplatz). Very recommended.

Catherine's place has to be one of the best Airbnb accommodations I have stayed in. Also from the courtesy call I got even before I left London, to the detailed instructions on how to get to the flat - to the little notes letting me know where everything was (including where I could get the best breakfast in the vicinity), I could not have asked for a better host than Cath. The flat itself is spacious and cosy at the same time and made me feel right at home. The location is also convenient as its a short walk from the station and is very centrally located with easy access to all amenities. Certainly where I will be staying every time I travel to Berlin in the future. Highly recommended.

This, to me, is why airbnb exists; to make fantastic homes in great areas accessible for travelers looking to avoid hotels and get a real sense of the towns they're visiting.
Catherine's flat is perfection. It's serene, clean, open (sprawling, even), charming and modern. The bathroom is clean (big deal for me), kitchen is stocked (with all you'll need to cook if you so choose), living room is big with a tv ( I never ventured there but I'm sure it's not a problem if you want to), there's a cute little balcony, plenty of space to store your luggage but still have room to exist.
It's an 8 minute walk from the S and U bahn stations, and a 12 minute ride to the center of town. The neighborhood is very much like TriBeCa in NYC, the flat is much like those in fort Greene (big, beautiful).
Catherine is pleasant and helpful, present but not overly so.
I will hit up Catherine anytime I need to return to Berlin, I recommend her place highly, pictures are accurate. This is the best experience I've had with airbnb so far. Stay here.

Catherine is a friendly and helpfull hostess. Even though I have not seen her much, we had a short and nice conversation. Her apartment is quite large, very clean and comfortable. It is located in a quiet backyard of the pulsating and vibrant area of Friedrichshain. Everything is in walking distance: fancy boutiques, theatres, restaurants, bars and night clubs. I can totally recommend her place for your next trip to Berlin!

Her place is really gorgeous, clean, modern, and extremely comfortable. It's in a great, safe neighborhood, easy to get to, and around all of the cool stuff to do. Catherine is sweet and tries to be very helpful. She even makes sure to give you shelf space in the kitchen and bathroom. The bed is comfortable and the room is very spacious.

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I couldn't say enough good things about staying here. Catherine is a wonderful host that gives you all the hot spots if if want them. Here place is amazingly situated so close to everything. She keeps the apartment spotless, but it has a great homey feel with everything you need. Catherine was extremely well organized when I got there after traveling all night so settling was a breeze. So if this place temps you, you can't go wrong. The area is bustling with activity, super close to transit, rent a bike for the day or week right at the corner, supermarket... It's perfect and I had a great time with her

Catherine is super! A very organized and fun loving friend. All her guests will have great time in Berlin. The flat is located in one of the most desired location in Berlin, next door to Mitte and Kreuzberg.
Enjoy your staying!